MARTIAL ARTS

The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation proudly offers a wide variety of martial arts style classes! We offer classes that are designed to help teach the basics of self defense to the intricacies of modern martial arts. This page offers a variety of information to help you learn about what kind of martial arts programs our parks offer. Click the button below to access are parks search to find a class near you.

BOXING CLUBS

Participants learn the fundamentals and advanced skills of boxing at an amateur and professional level. Our boxing programs are designed to promote fitness, self-discipline and self-confidence. Activities for this sport are offered to youth ages 8 to 18 years of age. Click the button below to find a club near you.

MARTIAL ARTS

A variety of martial arts programs are offered through the Department of Parks and Recreation. In addition to the physical skills required to learn effective self-defense, children learn how to use discipline, respect, self-control, and teamwork. Skills and techniques learned through martial arts teach children lifetime lessons!

The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has a long, proud history which has brought us to where we are today.

Prior to becoming the Department of Parks and Recreation, operations and facilities were managed by 1) the Parks Division, which was responsible for maintaining all physical aspects of parks under the Forester and Fire Warden’s Office, and 2) the Department of Recreation, Camps and Playgrounds which was responsible for administering all park programs.

On July 1, 1944, the Department of Parks and Recreation was created by ordinance and all functions were merged into this new Department. Since then, the County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has been meeting the recreational needs of residents and visitors from all over the world through programming, facilities, land acquisition and environmental stewardship and more!

Today, the Department owns 182 beautiful parks including natural areas, wildlife sanctuaries, lakes, trails, arboreta and botanic gardens and local, community and regional parks. The Department also operates the largest municipal golf system with 20 courses at 18 locations and owns great cultural venues including the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre and the world famous Hollywood Bowl.

Creative and innovative recreational programming offers something special for every member of the family and a number of special events are held annually for the enjoyment of the entire community.

The Department is committed to providing social, cultural and recreational opportunities for all to enjoy! The mission and goals of the Department are accomplished through unwavering support from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, County Chief Executive Office, partnerships with other County Departments, Friends Groups, Foundations, non-profit groups and other organizations and agencies and through a team of talented and dedicated employees and volunteers who understand completely how Parks Make Life Better!